Magna International · 4 hours ago
Magna Engineered Glass: Pre-Production Launch Coordinator (PLC)
Holland, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expMagna International is a leading innovator in automotive technologies, providing a dynamic environment for its employees. The Pre-Production Launch Coordinator supports the Launch Program Manager by facilitating pre-production deliverables and managing core inputs and outputs of the pre-production process for new launch products.
AutomotiveIndustrial EngineeringManufacturing
Responsibilities
Supports and understands the (eBOM and mBOM) Bill of Material Release (Product Engineer (PE) – release responsibility) and tracking for Pre-Production Customer and internal Testing / Trial events
Supports the Supplier Purchasing Department (Supplier Commodity Buyers – have ultimate responsibility) and facilitates the Component Ordering of requirements for pre-production build events
Supports and manages the component material requirement date (MRD) tracking (Supplier Commodity Buyers – have ultimate responsibility) and provides direct contact with the Supplier, if necessary, to confirm plan to schedule and change to plan / scope events
Manages the receival of components, proper storage and revision control within the Engineering Crib or other designated areas / Integrators build locations. Monitors Scrap and Rework counts during all events
Supports and gains understanding of varied equipment, process and product characteristics and is willing and able to provide team input on observations and ideas to improve operation conditions and or problem resolution
Develop, communicate and coordinate advanced planning for upcoming builds “well in advance” of the event with all effected supporting departments (ie. Mfg., Quality, Packaging, Materials, Shipping. Etc.)
Supports the build event plan and execution for tooling / equipment trials and Customer Deliverables at the PM’s direction
Customer Packaging Requirements - Supports the packaging and shipping of required Customer deliverables in the proper approved format (Packaging Eng. – design / procurement / release responsibility). Also confirms proper interior and exterior labeling requirements and execution
Supports the PEs in building required assemblies for DV and PV testing events
Supports the creation of and or tracking of required manufacturing cell paperwork and documentation requirements to support varied build events, in conjunction with the PE, Industrial Eng., Mfg. Eng and Mfg. Quality Eng
Supports and facilitates the organization and material prep for all internal and external build events: SAT/ FAT at integrator, Burst Builds, Customer R@R
Has the ability to manage multiple launching programs at one time, varied products and potentially multiple Program Managers and Customer’s
Proven ability to Communicate in a professional manor amongst peers and varied levels of Department Leaders
Supports the Materials Department in managing and transferring the Engineering build components and assemblies into the production tracking an ERP systems
Coordinate and execute the overall transfer of PLC specific responsibilities from the Pre-Production to Production
Works within the Quality Systems to assure “Safe Launch” (Customer Launch Quality Eng. – ultimate responsibility) and any additional Customer requirements are met prior to shipping. Understands Gauge design / function and can perform gauge checks with the support of Quality direction and leadership
Team Leader Support – Aids in the training of product line specific line function and systems that the PLC has experience in. Key handoff event is for Customer R@R approval and final PPAP approvals
Qualification
Required
2-year College Associate Degree or Technical School Certificate
1 – 3 Years of Experience
Proven Skills in EXCEL, Power Point, Word, etc
Be willing and physically capable of working in the manufacturing environment, 'on the floor' for extended periods as necessary, supporting the Pre and Postproduction Build and Launch Activities
Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds
Developing / Experienced ability to participate / lead cross department functional discussions on key events and core job deliverables
Limited / Developing primarily with Component Suppliers managing pre-production build orders and inventories
Limited / Developing New Product Launch Experience
Limited / Developing Gated Launch Experience
Limited / Developing Automotive OEM Experience
Supports and understands the (eBOM and mBOM) Bill of Material Release (Product Engineer (PE) – release responsibility) and tracking for Pre-Production Customer and internal Testing / Trial events
Supports the Supplier Purchasing Department (Supplier Commodity Buyers – have ultimate responsibility) and facilitates the Component Ordering of requirements for pre-production build events
Supports and manages the component material requirement date (MRD) tracking (Supplier Commodity Buyers – have ultimate responsibility) and provides direct contact with the Supplier, if necessary, to confirm plan to schedule and change to plan / scope events
Manages the receival of components, proper storage and revision control within the Engineering Crib or other designated areas / Integrators build locations
Monitors Scrap and Rework counts during all events
Supports and gains understanding of varied equipment, process and product characteristics and is willing and able to provide team input on observations and ideas to improve operation conditions and or problem resolution
Develop, communicate and coordinate advanced planning for upcoming builds 'well in advance' of the event with all affected supporting departments (ie. Mfg., Quality, Packaging, Materials, Shipping. Etc.)
Supports the build event plan and execution for tooling / equipment trials and Customer Deliverables at the PM's direction
Supports the packaging and shipping of required Customer deliverables in the proper approved format (Packaging Eng. – design / procurement / release responsibility)
Confirms proper interior and exterior labeling requirements and execution
Supports the PEs in building required assemblies for DV and PV testing events
Supports the creation of and or tracking of required manufacturing cell paperwork and documentation requirements to support varied build events, in conjunction with the PE, Industrial Eng., Mfg. Eng. and Mfg. Quality Eng
Supports and facilitates the organization and material prep for all internal and external build events: SAT/ FAT at integrator, Burst Builds, Customer R@R
Has the ability to manage multiple launching programs at one time, varied products and potentially multiple Program Managers and Customer's
Proven ability to Communicate in a professional manner amongst peers and varied levels of Department Leaders
Supports the Materials Department in managing and transferring the Engineering build components and assemblies into the production tracking an ERP systems
Coordinate and execute the overall transfer of PLC specific responsibilities from the Pre-Production to Production
Works within the Quality Systems to assure 'Safe Launch' (Customer Launch Quality Eng. – ultimate responsibility) and any additional Customer requirements are met prior to shipping
Understands Gauge design / function and can perform gauge checks with the support of Quality direction and leadership
Aids in the training of product line specific line function and systems that the PLC has experience in
Company
Magna International
Magna International is a mobility tech company and auto supplier that engages in body exteriors, structures, power, vision, and seating.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.79B2025-05-14Post Ipo Debt· $1.04B
2024-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $330.18M
2024-03-05Post Ipo Debt· $400M
Leadership Team
Philip Fracassa
EVP & Chief Financial Officer
Jorg Meinrich
Purchasing Director
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